Roswell Social Security Office
500 N Richardson Avenue, Room 122, Roswell, NM 88201
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Roswell Social Security office is one of 10 field offices in New Mexico, serving Chaves County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Roswell and 20 nearby communities, roughly 33,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Hobbs, about 93 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 20
- people in service area
- 33K
- to next-nearest office
- 93 mi
- offices in New Mexico
- 10
- county
- Chaves County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 563-9470
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Roswell office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 4pm |
| Friday | 9am to 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (866) 563-9470 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one.
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number.
- Bring original documents for your request, for a new or replacement card, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Directions to the Roswell office
- We are in the Federal building at the corner of 5th and Richardson one block W.
- Of Bank of America-Handicapped parking is available at the back of the Federal building as is the Handicapped entrance.
- Street park Ing is available to Others.
- We can handle your needs online or by Telephone, but if you need to visit our office, the best time to do so is Tuesday or Friday.
Roswell office location
Services at the Roswell Social Security office
Staff at the Roswell office handle the full range of Social Security business, including:
- Apply for a new or replacement Social Security card
- Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), or SSI benefits
- Change your name on your Social Security record
- Update direct deposit and mailing address
- Request proof of benefits or a benefit verification letter
- Get help enrolling in Medicare
- Check the status of an application or appeal
Want to prepare first? See our guides on getting an award letter, checking your earnings record, and when to claim retirement.
Towns served by the Roswell office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Roswell office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 20 surrounding communities, the largest is Artesia (12,458 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Artesia, NM | 39 mi | 12,458 |
| Ruidoso, NM | 66.4 mi | 7,769 |
| Ruidoso Downs, NM | 62.5 mi | 2,648 |
| Capitan, NM | 61.2 mi | 1,405 |
| Atoka, NM | 44.1 mi | 1,275 |
| Dexter, NM | 16.4 mi | 1,072 |
| Hagerman, NM | 22.6 mi | 978 |
| Midway, NM | 8.3 mi | 638 |
| Morningside, NM | 37.8 mi | 634 |
| Lake Arthur, NM | 29.1 mi | 381 |
| Hope, NM | 42.3 mi | 110 |
| Mayhill, NM | 65.4 mi | 45 |
…and 8 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Roswell office
- The Roswell office is generally open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. The live status and full weekly hours are at the top of this page, call ahead, as hours can change.
- Do I need an appointment at the Roswell office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 563-9470 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 563-9470 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Roswell, this is the closest office for about 20 surrounding communities, including Midway, Dexter, Hagerman, Lake Arthur, Morningside. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Hobbs, about 93 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
- In most states you can request a replacement card online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, no office visit needed. You can also check applications, request benefit letters, and update direct deposit there.